2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | 300 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
